Lower Market Volatility (Beta)A beta of ~0.67 indicates the business has historically moved less with broad market swings. Lower systematic volatility can reduce refinancing and refinancing-cost shocks, aiding multi-quarter planning and making long-term cash-flow forecasting and covenant compliance more predictable.

Lean Operating FootprintA small employee base suggests a lean cost structure and potential operational flexibility. Over 2-6 months this can enable quicker restructuring, lower fixed payroll burden, and more efficient redeployment of resources to stabilize margins if revenue recovery initiatives are implemented.

Up-to-date Regulatory/financial ReportingRecent filing and earnings release dates show ongoing disclosures and regulatory compliance. Consistent, timely reporting supports governance, transparency, and access to capital markets, which are durable advantages when restructuring or seeking external financing to address operating losses.

Bears Say

Negative Shareholders' EquityNegative equity means liabilities exceed assets, a structural solvency red flag. This constrains borrowing capacity, increases creditor scrutiny, and raises the risk of insolvency or forced recapitalization, impairing strategic options and long-term viability without material balance-sheet repair.

Consistent Negative Operating And Free Cash FlowPersistent negative operating and free cash flow indicate the core business is not generating funds to cover capex or debt. Over months this limits reinvestment, forces reliance on external financing or asset sales, and heightens liquidity and covenant breach risks if losses continue.

Declining Revenue And Margins With Persistent LossesA structural decline in revenue and margins, coupled with recurring negative EBIT and net income, signals weakening competitive position or demand. If unresolved, this erodes operational scale, margins, and the firm's ability to fund turnaround measures without significant strategic change or external capital.

6173 FAQ

What was Aqualine Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Aqualine Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥141.00 and its highest was ¥410.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Aqualine Ltd.’s market cap?

Aqualine Ltd.’s market cap is ¥1.27B.

When is Aqualine Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Aqualine Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 14, 2026 which is in 37 days.

How were Aqualine Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Aqualine Ltd. released its earnings results on Jan 14, 2026. The company reported -¥12.6 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥12.6.

Is Aqualine Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Aqualine Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Aqualine Ltd. pay dividends?

Aqualine Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥25 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Aqualine Ltd. dividends here

What is Aqualine Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Aqualine Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Aqualine Ltd. have?

Aqualine Ltd. has 8,361,129 shares outstanding.

What happened to Aqualine Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Aqualine Ltd. reported an EPS of -¥12.6 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.62%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Aqualine Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6173

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Company Description

Aqualine Ltd.

Aqualine Ltd. provides emergency repair services for water supply products to individual and corporate clients in Japan. It offers a range of services, including unclogging blocks in toilets, kitchens, washrooms, and bathrooms; repairing leaks; selling water supply products; pipe-laying within homes and apartments; and renovating water supply systems, as well as customer-oriented services, such as dedicated customer call centers and on-site customer visits. The company also provides mineral water under the aqua-aqua brand name; and water dispenser services. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Hiroshima, Japan.